The undergraduate programs in the Department of Applied Physiology and Kinesiology are recognized nationally for their outstanding academics.
The Department of Applied Physiology and Kinesiology is concerned with quality of life and the many aspects of human movement. Significant research contributions, education and service are related to the study of physiological and psychological responsiveness to vigorous and relevant physical activities. In addition, movement skills capabilities and ways to improve skills and maintain health are determined for the typical person, the person who is disabled and the high-level athlete. Sites for research, student experience, and employment include educational institutions, health agencies and organizations, corporate or private fitness programming centers, and other health-related business and industry opportunities.
APK offers the following bachelor’s degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology
with a specialization in:
Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training
Prior to graduation, all APK students are required to complete a 12-credit hour, full-time internship experience. This requirement is met during the last semester of the expected term of graduation. The application process begins two semesters prior to the internship semester.
The experience requires a minimum of 600 clock hours (40 hours a week for 15 weeks) for the fall and spring semesters and 520 clock hours (40 hours a week for 13 weeks) for the summer semester. Ideally, students become exposed to the tasks that will be required of them as professionals in the field, as well as receive opportunities to develop their skills and areas of interest within their specialization.
Academic Learning Compacts identify the skills students should acquire if they follow their major's prescribed course of study. These skills, known collectively as Student Learning Outcomes, describe the core learning expectations that UF is required to assess for each baccalaureate degree program.
Core learning expectations identify communication, critical thinking and content knowledge skills, as well as one or more additional learning outcomes specific to that major.